GSFIN International Award in ISO 22000:2018 Internal Auditor – CPD

Course Overview

This advanced course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to conduct internal audits of Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) based on the ISO 22000:2018 standard. Focusing on audit principles, techniques, and best practices, this course provides a thorough understanding of ISO 22000 requirements, internal audit processes, and the role of audits in maintaining and improving FSMS. Participants will learn to plan, execute, and report on internal audits effectively, ensuring compliance and driving continual improvement in food safety practices within their organizations.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the role and purpose of internal auditing within an ISO 22000 FSMS framework.
2. Interpret the requirements of ISO 22000:2018 for effective audit planning and implementation.
3. Apply audit principles, ethics, and responsibilities in conducting internal FSMS audits.
4. Develop and manage audit programs, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
5. Conduct risk-based auditing with a focus on food safety hazards and control measures.
6. Use techniques to gather, evaluate, and report audit evidence accurately.
7. Identify non-conformities and opportunities for improvement in the FSMS.
8. Prepare effective audit reports that provide clear, actionable insights.
9. Understand follow-up and verification processes to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
10. Contribute to the continual improvement of FSMS through a systematic auditing approach.

Course Outcomes:

Participants will gain the capability to conduct comprehensive internal audits of FSMS, contributing to enhanced food safety practices and ISO 22000 compliance within their organizations.

Target Audience:

Food safety officers, quality assurance personnel, managers, and professionals responsible for conducting or overseeing internal audits within ISO 22000-certified or compliant organizations.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of ISO 22000:2018 or completion of an awareness-level course in ISO 22000 is recommended.

Course Content / Syllabus Outline:

1. Introduction to ISO 22000:2018 and Internal Auditing for FSMS
2. Audit Planning and Program Management
3. Conducting Risk-Based Audits for Food Safety
4. Audit Evidence, Evaluation, and Reporting
5. Corrective Actions, Follow-Up, and Continual Improvement

Assessment and Evaluation Methods:

Participants will be assessed through practical audit exercises, case studies, quizzes, and a final examination to validate their auditing skills and understanding of ISO 22000:2018 FSMS.

Certification / CPD Points:

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a CPD-certified certificate with associated CPD points.

Course Duration:

The course spans 15 hours, covering comprehensive training, practical audit exercises, and assessments.